Tenure-Track Classical Double Bass Studio Leader & Mentor

Music Opportunities; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Madison Mead Witter School of Music is seeking an Assistant Professor of Classical Double Bass. This full-time, tenure-track role leads the double bass program and teaches undergraduate and graduate students, mentoring MM and DMA candidates.

The incumbent will conduct studio classes, teach repertoire and pedagogy, recruit students, and foster an inclusive environment. The position starts August 23, 2027, with opportunities to teach chamber music or pedagogy as needed.

Qualifications

• No explicit degree requirements stated in the ad.

Responsibilities

• Lead the classical double bass program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate lessons.
• Mentor MM and DMA students.
• Conduct studio classes.
• Teach courses in repertoire and pedagogy.
• Recruit students for the double bass program.
• Foster a supportive learning environment.
• Teach a studio of up to 17 students.
• Possibly teach courses in chamber music or pedagogy.
• Contribute to strategic goals in modern transformation and new music.

Skills

Classical double bass

Teaching

Mentoring

Job description

University of Wisconsin-Madison Mead Witter School of Music is seeking an Assistant Professor of Classical Double Bass. This full-time, tenure-track role leads the double bass program and teaches undergraduate and graduate students, mentoring MM and DMA candidates.

The incumbent will conduct studio classes, teach repertoire and pedagogy, recruit students, and foster an inclusive environment. The position starts August 23, 2027, with opportunities to teach chamber music or pedagogy as needed.